Development Operations Intern
For over a century, the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) has been at the forefront of social change, championing the needs of women, children, and families while taking a progressive stance on such issues as reproductive rights and justice; voter engagement; the federal courts, and more.
NCJW’s Development team is pleased to offer internships to rising college juniors and seniors as well as graduate students. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized and motivated individual to develop skills in nonprofit development work around progressive change and social justice issues.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Please note that an in-person internship is preferred for a more immersive experience.
Opportunities & Responsibilities:
- Assist with donor data entry into our organization’s database, EveryAction.
- Help process and send thank you letters, receipts, and other donor notes.
- Conduct prospect research on potential donors and draft reports on those findings.
- Support staff with various fundraising projects.
- Gain an understanding of NCJW and what it’s like to work for a non-profit, volunteer-led organization.
Qualifications:
Strong attention to detail, quick learner, knowledgeable with Excel and data, and a commitment to protecting sensitive donor information. No previous professional experience necessary, just a willingness to learn and an interest in non-profit development and fundraising work. Two years of higher education or commensurate experience is strongly preferred.
Hours: Flexible, part-time (minimum 2 days per week; 180 maximum hours in Spring/Fall and 350 maximum hours in Summer). Positions available by semester; must commit to the entire academic semester or term (Fall: September through December, Winter: January through May, Summer: May through August).
Dates: Start and end dates for each semester/summer are flexible. Generally, the Fall internship begins at the end of August and ends in mid-December. The Spring internship begins in early January and ends in mid-May. The summer internship begins at the end of May and ends in mid-August.
Compensation: $17.95/hour and/or academic credit.
Contact: Atarah Mark, Development Operations Associate, by email at development@ncjw.org.
To Apply: Please email a cover letter and resume that includes your availability for the internship. Please title each using the following format: Your First Initial and Last Name_Document Type (for example, A_Mark_Resume). Send to Atarah Mark, Development Operations Associate, by email at development@ncjw.org.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for each semester/summer. For the Fall semester, please submit your application by the end of July. For the Spring semester, please submit your application by the end of November. And for Summer, please submit your application by the end of March.